Calvin Klein model, Ebonee Davis – 10 MUST Know Facts About Her!

Calvin Klein model, Ebonee Davis on NOT straightening her hair and rocking it natural “I Was OK, Not Wearing My Hair Straight” [Video]

Every now and then we get a black rebel model who defies the rules of the modeling industry. According to industry’s standard, models are supposed to be thin, have long jet hair and light skin if you’re black. Calvin Klein model, Ebonee Davis is having none of that.

If Tyra Banks was the first thick black model, Ebonee Davis is the first to insist we rocks her natural hair she was born with. Ebonee recently sat down with Harper’s Bazaar and explains to him she never felt the need to straightening her hair as a black model. The 23-year-old Calvin Klein model said, “I Was OK, Not Wearing My Hair Straight.” She’s fierce, naturally beautiful, an intelligent young woman and a force to be reckoned with.

As a black woman with dreads (not a model), I feel very proud to see Ebonee rocking long locs while strolling through the runway. Respect to all the women; specially black ones, who have defied and continue to defy industries’ sexist, racist standards and policies around the world. Without further ado, below are 5 things you may have not know about Calvin Klein model, Ebonee Davis.

1. How was Ebonee discovered / before fame?

She was discovered after attending a modeling open call at Seattle Models Guild in 2011. From there she become a contestant on America’s Next Top Model 18th season, finishing top 5. After that she started working with famous photographer David Bellemere who got her to appear on Sports Illustrated’s Swimsuit Issue.